Some local ways you can help relief efforts in Japan


March 18, 2011 · Updated 5:08 PM 

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Here are some local ways you can help the relief effort in Japan. If you know of more efforts, let us know (rwalker@northkitsapherald.com) and we'll add them to the list. Thank you.

— Poulsbo’s Grounds for Change, 15773 George Lane NE, Suite 204, Poulsbo, will donate $2 to Mercy Corps from each $10 bag of special Japan Relief Blend.

— Bainbridge Gardens will match up to $1,000 of customer donations to the American Red Cross. Donations can be dropped off at the gardens at 9415 Miller Road NE.

— The Nipponzan Myohoji Temple on Bainbridge Island is accepting donations. Donations can be mailed to Nipponzan Myohoji, Senji Shonin, 6154 Lynwood Center Road NE, Bainbridge Island WA, 98110.

— All profits from Day 2 of the Tour of Architects, Saturday and Sunday, will be given to the American Red Cross for disaster relief in Japan. The Tour of Architects includes a tour of homes on Bainbridge Island on Saturday and a screening of the film, “My Architect, A Son’s Journey,” by Nathaniel Kahn. Get a schedule of events, tickets, maps, profile of architects and list of projects at www.TourofArchitects.com or call (206) 819-3618.

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